Flying from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta is 9 hours 35 minutes.
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is located in Rio De Janeiro. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is one hour behind Rio De Janeiro.
The busiest route is from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). You can choose from five services every week between these two airports. Delta Air Lines offers a 20:30 departure between GIG and ATL.
For a relaxed start to your GIG to Atlanta flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Start your journey at GIG and travel nonstop to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta tickets.
Delta Air Lines is a popular carrier that offers direct flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from GIG to Atlanta with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
GIG is around 13 kilometres from central Rio De Janeiro. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
In search of a hotel near GIG? If you've booked an early flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
When it comes to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to Atlanta
238 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta flight. A round-trip ticket right now is 478 €. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Book one month before you want to fly. Pricing trends suggest that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from GIG to Atlanta.
The best month for scoring cheap Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 18 kilometres. It takes about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta. Reserve one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Explore without limits with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from GIG to Atlanta.
The address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Plan your trip to Atlanta in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are usually higher. Alternatively, book flights from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GIG to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to Atlanta, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum are key reasons to visit.